Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tothastes
ID:
638623

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 277 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637955



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum tothastes
  • Tothastes Bulbophyllum
  • Fragrant Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Trias tothastes (J.J.Verm.) J.J.Wood [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum tothastes (also called Tothastes Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter tall and has a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in humid forests and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum tothastes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Tiny, yellow flowers with a purple hue. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings with a purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum tothastes is a small, epiphytic orchid with fragrant yellow flowers. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagate by division in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum tothastes

Bulbophyllum tothastes can be found in the Himalayas and western China.

Bulbophyllum tothastes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum tothastes?

Bulbophyllum tothastes

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum tothastes?

Tothastes Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum tothastes native to?

Central America

Species in the Bulbophyllum genus

Bulbophyllum ambatoavense, Bulbophyllum anakbaruppui, Bulbophyllum anisopterum, Bulbophyllum apoense, Bulbophyllum arianeae, Bulbophyllum atrosanguineum, Bulbophyllum auriculatum, Bulbophyllum boudetianum, Bulbophyllum catillus, Bulbophyllum clipeibulbum, Bulbophyllum comberipictum, Bulbophyllum coweniorum, Bulbophyllum danii, Bulbophyllum debrincatiae, Bulbophyllum decurrentilobum, Bulbophyllum filifolium, Bulbophyllum flabellum-veneris, Bulbophyllum foetidilabrum, Bulbophyllum furcatum, Bulbophyllum furcillatum, Bulbophyllum globulosum, Bulbophyllum grotianum, Bulbophyllum ialibuense, Bulbophyllum illecebrum, Bulbophyllum incisilabrum, Bulbophyllum iterans, Bulbophyllum janus, Bulbophyllum labatii, Bulbophyllum lanuginosum, Bulbophyllum lyriforme, Bulbophyllum mystax, Bulbophyllum ochthodes, Bulbophyllum orezii, Bulbophyllum pilosum, Bulbophyllum praetervisum, Bulbophyllum pseudopelma, Bulbophyllum ramulicola, Bulbophyllum reductum, Bulbophyllum rosemarianum, Bulbophyllum scaphiforme, Bulbophyllum simplex, Bulbophyllum sinapis, Bulbophyllum sororculum, Bulbophyllum stenurum, Bulbophyllum subpatulum, Bulbophyllum tectipes, Bulbophyllum trichorhachis, Bulbophyllum tubilabrum, Bulbophyllum turpe, Bulbophyllum uncinatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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